Universe (4 Parts)

Synopsis

Four-part cosmology series on the universe, using accessible ideas to explain advances in cosmology and astronomy. In four parts: 1) Big Bang: explores ideas of Steven Hawking, Wendy Freedman, Bob Kirshner, Sandra Faber, Martin Rees and Lawrence Krauss in relation to the Big Bang and the continuing expansion of the universe; 2) Stars: examines the birth, life and death of stars, particularly the sun. Discusses eclipses, red giants, sunspots, cosmic rays, black holes 3) Planets: the planets we know and, with the aid of the Hubble telescope and ‘Cassini’ probe to Saturn, looks towards other solar systems; 4) Alien Life: The continual discovery of planets beyond our solar system has caused experts to believe that life can exist under much wider conditions than ever thought possible. The latest probe to Jupiter’s moon Europa represents the greatest chance yet of discovering extra-terrestrial life. Narrated by John Hurt.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 200 min.

Year of production

1999

Availability

Sale; 2000 sale: £12.99 (inclusive)

Notes

Broadcast on C4 from 15/11/99.

Subjects

Astronomy

Keywords

big bang theory; cosmology; extraterrestrial intelligence; life; planets; solar system; stars; universe

Credits

Producer

Kirstie Couper; Kirstie McLure

Contributor

Stuart Carter

Cast

John Hurt

Production Company

Name

Pioneer Productions

Sponsor

Name

Channel Four Television

Phone

071-396 4444

Address

LONDON
SW1P 2TX

Distributor

Name

Channel 4 Video

Web

http://www.channel4.com External site opens in new window

Phone

020 7396 4444

Fax

020 7306 8350

Address

124 Horseferry Road
London SW1P 2TX

 

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